Introduction

Flash MX 2004 offers a full suite of tools for creating and editing graphics.
When you draw in Flash, you create vector art. Vectors are mathematical
descriptions of lines and points that, when connected, form shapes and objects.
Vector-defined art is not limited by resolution like bitmaps are so they can be
scaled to any size without a loss in quality or increase in file size. This is
the basis of Flash; the main reason Flash files are so small and why they can be
deployed on so many platforms. Vector graphics are also fully editable after
they are created so you can continue to adjust their properties. Included in
Flash are many of the drawing tools and procedures familiar to the seasoned user
of vector drawing programs. It is also a good place for the beginner to learn.
Sketch naturally with the Pencil and Brush tools or use vector-based objects
such as the Rectangle or Oval tools or the new Polystar tool. Use the Pen tool
to create lines and shapes with Bézier curves. Whatever is drawn can be
edited and modified with a variety of tools and palettes. When you select an
object or graphic on the Stage, the Property Inspector displays the attributes
of that object that are modifiable such as fill and stroke color, position, and
scale.